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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1918
Page
7
An analysis by the Real Estate association is challenged for painting a rosy view of Seattle rents. The piece argues rents have risen beyond 10 to 15 percent in many areas, with increases of 25 to 60 percent in some cases, while noting some rents have not risen.
State defense counsel urges men to sign up for the government war insurance before February 12. About 1,000 service members have not yet taken out a policy. Army and Navy personnel can obtain 2 000 to 10 000 coverage and name dependents as beneficiaries, with premiums deducted from service pay.
A survey of ordinary citizens in Washington shows mixed views on Food Administrator Hoover. They praise his openness to letters and support his cheap flour and sugar measures amid reform debates, while noting possible overreach and political strain.
Swift & Co the second largest U S meat packer reports a net profit over 42 million in 1917 up from about 20 million the prior year Edward S Swift says profits sprang from rising prices and cattle supplies were ample despite assertions of shortages He notes more beef cattle on American farms yet the packers did not buy more beef to push prices higher
A letter endorses S. S. S. as a purely vegetable blood purifier and tonic. It claims a brother in the drug trade sold the medicine for twenty years and saw its benefits, citing the formula passed down by Indians. The Swift Specific Co offers free medical guidance from Atlanta, Georgia.
A satirical column railing at civic critics and fundraisers in Colyum Civic Knocker style. It mocks doubters, graft talk, and noisy critics while declaring support for constructive civic effort. A short note hints at local notices and a playful ad style. It closes with a humorous ask and a jab at language barriers.
An assorted column blends trivia questions and local notes. Hazen Titus chats with John F. Murphy while Montrose potatoes and possible council candidates draw attention. Martin Ryder is promoted to centurion as readers ponder uniforms and service.
The Philippine government trains a national guard with United States support to meet possible foreign service. About 1,000 men trained by July and aviation school opened on Corregidor. Filipinos pass aviation tests at Manila hospital, ready to serve abroad or guard U S assets, while awaiting U S Congress acceptance.
An epidemic of diphtheria prompts discussion of the Shick test to determine a child’s susceptibility. The test injects a tiny amount of diphtheria toxin under the skin. a red spot and browning scale appear only in those who are susceptible, with materials provided free by health authorities and administered by family physicians or school nurses in some communities.
Lafe Bixby writes from the draft Inet month to Orville about his ukulele leaving a handy cuepidor after strings removed. Clem Langley returns from Millers Falla claiming slow social activity. Dan Harris recovers from injury with horse ready to stand. Rube Hagan returns from Howe Corners noting little change except depot hackman Paterns new whip and Luke Dings refreshed hack lights.
Chief Investigator Heney testified that the packers' trust used propaganda to influence Congress and tried to install their own counsel as head of the federal trade commission inquiry. Lawmakers who resisted were threatened with "revenge" according to Heney.
An advertisement extols California Syrup of Figs as a safe laxative for children and adults. It claims a coated tongue signals constipation and promises quick relief with a spoonful of the syrup, urging readers to buy only the genuine product from the California Fig Syrup Company and beware of counterfeits.
The Star's Time Taz editor invites readers to mail questions about income tax. Answers will be printed in the Star, offering guidance on filing, rates, deductions, and common concerns.
The Star explains filing rules under the 1917 income tax act. It notes when and where to file, explains exemptions and deductions, defines gross and net income, and provides sample cases for single and married individuals, including a 16 year old earning $1,248. It also covers bonuses, Sunday work, and reporting requirements.
For forty years Germany spread race prejudice, claiming a Yellow Peril and justifying territorial aims. German leaders fostered anti-Semitism and racial stereotypes, influencing the United States until the Marne and the war’s outbreak. Now the mask is stripped and German propaganda seeks a new alliance.
Germany Russia Japan Turkey and China plan to form a world domination bloc to counter the Anglo Saxon alliance. The piece notes the myth of Anglo Saxon racial solidarity was created in Germany and has no historical justification.
General Nivelle, famed for the April 1917 French offensive, has been appointed commander of the French forces in Algeria. His record includes debates over whether political interference cost a German retreat from France and Belgium.
The advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a trusted family remedy for purified blood and overall vitality. It claims to aid rheumatism appetite digestion and energy while emphasizing its longstanding Boston origin and familiar packaging.
An advertisement touts St Jacobs Liniment as instantly soothing aches from sprains and strains. It claims deep penetration into muscles nerves and ligaments to relieve pain and aid quick recovery, urging readers to buy a trial bottle at their drug store.
An advertisement urges Americans to guard against kidney trouble due to rich foods and uric acid. It promotes four ounces of Jad Salts or Salts to be taken before breakfast to flush and stimulate kidneys, claim relief from back pain and bladder issues, and describe the remedy as inexpensive and safe.
Incomplete text references a plea about insurance and worker protections. The fragment mentions a committee and a list related to care, with several garbled phrases. No clear names or dates are recoverable.
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